Where Pumas Roam: The Keepers of Torres del Paine

In this episode of Rewildology, I take you into the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, where I had my breathtaking first encounter with Rupestre, a "queen of the Andes." Join me as I explore how these magnificent apex predators have become a conservation success story in Chilean Patagonia, thriving where they're often persecuted elsewhere. I sit down with Nicolás Lagos from Panthera to uncover groundbreaking discoveries about puma social behavior that challenge everything we thought we knew about these "solitary" cats. Then I visit Estancia Cerro Guido, where innovative solutions like livestock guardian dogs are transforming traditional ranching practices and proving that conservation and human livelihoods can flourish together. This episode reveals how Torres del Paine is pioneering the coexistence model that could reshape predator conservation worldwide. Discover how you can support Project Patagonia and be part of our conservation efforts in this remarkable landscape. What was your main takeaway from the episode? Let me know on YouTube or through Rewildology’s social channels! Thanks for listening!

SERIES TITLEWhere the Wild Calls: A Journey through Patagonia's Route of Parks

TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction: A Puma Encounter02:09 Welcome to Episode 2 of Where the Wild Calls02:26 Exploring Torres del Paine National Park06:31 Interview with Nicolas Lagos from Panthera09:07 Revolutionary Puma Behavior Discoveries13:55 Puma-rancher conflict15:29 Panthera’s Puma Coexistence Program18:43 Fostering pride for pumas21:26 Visit to Cerro Guido29:00 Conclusion: The Future of Puma Coexistence in Patagonia30:46 Join the Adventure: Project Patagonia

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